Take 2026 West Virginia Motorcycle Permit Test 11

QUESTION 1 / 25

When riding over rough surfaces, you should:

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AHold the handgrips loosely to allow for movement.✓BHold the handgrips firmly to maintain control.✓CUse lots of throttle to help you get over the rough surface.✓DRide without a helmet as the helmet could become loose and cover your face.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

In a normal turn:

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AThe motorcycle and rider should lean together.✓BThe motorcycle and rider should lean in opposite directions.✓CThe motorcycle should lean, but the rider should not.✓DThe rider should lean, but the motorcycle should not.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Which formation is best for keeping the riders in a group close together?

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APyramid✓BStaggered✓CSingle-file✓DCompressed✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

A major effect of alcohol consumption is:

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AHeightened riding abilities.✓BThe slowing down of bodily functions.✓CIncreasing nervousness.✓DIncreasing alertness.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Where is the clutch lever usually located?

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AOn the left handgrip✓BOn the right handgrip✓CNear the left footrest✓DNear the right footrest✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When going through a curve, you should:

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AAlways stay in the same portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.✓BAlways stay in the left portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.✓CAlways stay in the right portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.✓DRemember that the best path may not follow the curve of the road.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Riding in cold weather for long periods of time could result in all of the following, except:

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AFatigue.✓BHypothermia.✓CSevere chills.✓DHot flashes.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Where is the front brake lever usually located?

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AOn the left handgrip✓BOn the right handgrip✓CBy the left foot peg✓DBy the right foot peg✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

If you are riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings and your motorcycle begins to weave, you should:

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ABrake suddenly.✓BSteer in a weaving pattern.✓CRelax, maintain a steady speed, and ride straight across the grooves.✓DMove to the leftmost portion of the lane.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When it starts raining, it is usually best to:

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ARide in the center of the lane.✓BPull off to the side of the road until the rain stops.✓CRide in the tire tracks left by cars.✓DIncrease your speed.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

The best way to stop quickly is to:

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AUse the front brake only.✓BUse the rear brake first.✓CThrottle down and use the front brake.✓DUse both brakes simultaneously.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Where is the gearshift lever located?

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AIn front of the left footrest✓BIn front of the right footrest✓COn the left handgrip✓DOn the right handgrip✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When riding at night:

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ADistances are easier to judge than they are during the day.✓BUsing a high beam headlight always makes it difficult to see.✓CUse only one lane position.✓DReduce your speed.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What should you do to maintain proper control of your motorcycle while turning?

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AIncrease your speed before entering the turn.✓BKeep the motorcycle from leaning.✓CLook through the turn to anticipate the best course of action.✓DCome to a complete stop before entering the turn.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Drivers on an entrance ramp may not see you on the highway. What should you do to help an entering driver merge safely?

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AStay in your lane, as it is not your responsibility to be seen.✓BChange to a lane away from the entrance ramp, if possible.✓CMove to the shoulder.✓DWeave within your lane to be more obvious to the entering driver.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Moving into another lane while taking a curve is often the result of:

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ATaking the turn too fast.✓BLanes that are too narrow.✓CNot knowing how to steer.✓DLanes that are too wide.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

A rectangular sign may be a:

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ASchool crossing sign.✓BRailroad crossing sign.✓CStop sign.✓DSpeed limit sign.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Which of the following is not a type of protective riding gear?

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AA leather jacket✓BBoots that go above the ankle✓CHearing protection✓DPants made of a soft material✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:

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AMotorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.✓BMotorcycle could accelerate too quickly.✓CFront tire will likely skid.✓DEngine will make a loud noise.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

The best lane position:

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AIs always the right portion of the lane.✓BIs always the center portion of the lane.✓CIs always the left portion of the lane.✓DVaries based on road, weather, and traffic conditions.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

You should do all of the following to lesson your chances of being in a crash, except:

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ABe visible by wearing proper clothing and using your headlight.✓BCommunicate your intentions by using your turn signals and brake light.✓CSearch for hazards in your path.✓DHope the other drivers see you.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When parked in a parallel parking space along the side of a road, your motorcycle should be parked:

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AAt a 90-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.✓BAt a 45-degree angle with the rear wheel touching the curb.✓COn the sidewalk.✓DAt a 90-degree angle with the front wheel touching the curb.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When riding at night, how should your following distance compare to your following distance during the day?

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AYou should allow a longer following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓BYou should allow a shorter following distance when following another vehicle at night.✓CYou should always maintain the same following distance regardless of the time of day.✓DFollowing distance really doesn’t matter.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?

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AWarning✓BService✓CRegulatory✓DSpeed limit✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Brightly-colored helmets:

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AMay make it easier for the wearer to be seen.✓BCan be distracting.✓CDon’t help to improve a rider's visibility.✓DAre not permitted.✓